The Syed Mantaqui Memorial College of Nursing and Medical Technology, under the Islamic University of Science & Technology – IUST Awantipora has issued a Re-Advertisement Notice for the recruitment of Project Technical Support-III positions. These vacancies are available in a prestigious research project titled – Comparison of respiratory health of workers and local inhabitants with general population of Kashmir valley – A cross-sectional study. The project is funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research – ICMR. The engagement is purely temporary and co-terminous with the project duration. Candidate with graduate or postgraduate in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Technology, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Pharmacy or related fields are having an excellent opportunity to gain real-time field experience and contribute to an important health study in Kashmir.
Post Details
- Name of the Post Project Technical Support-III
- Number of Posts is 02
- Salary / Remuneration is Rs 28,000 + 10% HRA per month
- Age Limit Maximum 35 years
- Period of Engagement is 06 months
Eligibility Criteria
The University seeks well-qualified and experienced candidates with relevant knowledge in research, data analysis, and public health.
Essential Qualification (Any one of the following):
1️⃣ Graduation in:
- Nursing
- Public Health
- Lab Technology
- Pharmacy
- Epidemiology
- Biostatistics
With Minimum 3 years’ experience in the relevant field
OR
2️⃣ Post-Graduation in:
- Nursing
- Public Health
- Lab Technology
- Pharmacy
- Epidemiology
- Biostatistics
With Minimum 1 year of experience in the relevant area
Desirable Skills / Experience
Candidates with the following skills will be preferred:
- Expertise in data analysis tools: R, SPSS, STATA
- Research publications:
- Minimum 3 publications in indexed journals (at least 1 as corresponding author)
- Strong scientific writing skills:
- Systematic reviews
- Meta-analysis
- Proposal writing
Nature of Duties
Selected candidates will work on field and analytical tasks, including:
- Data collection from multiple districts of Kashmir
- Data entry, cleaning, and scrutiny
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Preparing project reports
- Drafting emails, letters, documentation
- Assistance in bill processing & project management
This role provides excellent hands-on experience for candidates interested in research and public health.
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application availability | 21 of November 2025 (Friday) |
| Last date for online application | 05 of December 2025 (Friday) |
| Last date for submitting hard copy | 05 of December 2025 (Friday) |
Application Process
Candidates must follow a two-step application procedure as follows:
- Online Application candidate need to Apply via the official IUST link – available from 21 November 2025.
- Hard Copy Submission After online submission candidates must submit:
- Printed application form
- Self-attested copies of certificates and documents then Submit at:
- Office of Syed Mantaqui College of Nursing and Technology, AB VIII, IUST
Applications without hard copies will be rejected.
Shortlisting & Interview
- Shortlisting will be done based on eligibility and criteria set by the selection committee.
- The interview date will be notified separately.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
General Instructions
- The posts are purely temporary and end with the project.
- No claim for permanent employment at IUST will be entertained.
- Salary is dependent upon fund release by the funding agency.
- Candidates must bring original documents on the day of the interview.
- The University reserves the right to cancel or defer recruitment without assigning any reason.
- Terms & conditions will follow University and funding agency rules.
Contact Details
Dr. Asmat Parveen
Principal Investigator
Syed Mantaqui Memorial College of Nursing & Medical Technology
Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST)
Awantipora, Kashmir, India
Final Words
The IUST Project Technical Support-III Re-Advertisement 2025 offers an excellent chance for candidates passionate about research, public health, and scientific analysis. With a competitive salary, field exposure, and involvement in an ICMR-funded study, this opportunity is perfect for individuals looking to advance their career in research and healthcare. Interested candidates should apply early and ensure both online and hard copy submissions are completed before 5 of December 2025.
